Objective:

Eliminate the school lunch debt at Hawks Nest STEAM Academy for the 2024-2025 school year, ensuring no student is penalized or denied access to hot meals due to unpaid balances.

Obtain Current Debt Figures

•  Collaborate with the school administration to determine the total amount of unpaid lunch balances.

• Request monthly updates on the debt to monitor progress and adjust fundraising strategies accordingly.

• Set aside funds from PTO general budget to cover the debt

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Raise Awareness

Promote the campaign to engage the school community and local supporters.

• Flyers: Distribute flyers to students' homes to inform parents about the campaign and how they can contribute.

• Emails and Newsletters: Include campaign details and progress updates in regular PTO and school newsletters.

• Social Media: Post on PTO and school social media accounts to reach a wider audience.

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Fundraising Events

Host community-driven fundraising events to generate support for the campaign.

• Partner with Local Businesses: Approach businesses for direct donations or sponsorships. In return, offer recognition through banners, school newsletters, or event materials.

• Encourage Individual Donations: Create easy-to-use online donation portals and provide opportunities for parents and community members to donate via check or digital platforms.

• School & Community Events: Bake sales at school functions and local community events.

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Transparency and Communication

Keep the community informed about the campaign’s progress and ensure accountability for how the funds are used.

• Regular Updates: Provide frequent updates on the fundraising progress through newsletters, social media, and PTO meetings. 

• Acknowledgments: Publicly thank donors and sponsors through social media shoutouts and newsletters to build goodwill and inspire others to contribute.

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